Summary

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Richardson had a season to forget last year, getting traded and struggling with his new team. Richardson failed to pick up the Colts playbook and never got going with the Colts after getting traded. He averaged less than three yards per carry for the season (2.9). His season high in rushing was just 64. Richardson looked tentative and played like a rookie instead of a back that has been in the league three years. He will get a chance to start this season but will need to show some progress this offseason and camp. This could be a make or break season for Richardson. He is a big back with pretty good speed. He is a physical runner that does well in finding the hole and making plays after contact. He is an improving receiver and doesn't do too badly in the screen game. Richardson doesn't have breakaway speed, though, and has a bit of a hard time breaking many plays to the outside.

FANTASY OUTLOOK

Richardson was maybe the biggest fantasy bust of last season. He can get it going but we aren't counting on it. There is a reason the Browns dumped him his second year in the league. He might be worth a look as a low-end No. 2 or No. 3 back but don't count on him to do much more. We are looking for a season with around 800 total yards and six or so touchdowns.

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Feb 17 10:53 pm

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson missed the team's walkthrough and flight for the AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots. He was suspended two games without pay for not contacting the team prior to his absence. However, sources said his absence was due to serious complications with his girlfriend's pregnancy that could potentially have endangered the life of the child. Richardson rushed her to the hospital Jan. 17, the same day the team left for New England.Fantasy Impact: Richardson won't return to the Colts and might have a hard time finding work.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports

Feb 10 07:43 pm

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson needs to be more decisive when he runs, according to New England Patriots RB LeGarrette Blount. Blount said Richardson needs to find the creases his offensive line gives him and use his size to his advantage.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports

Feb 09 01:32 pm

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson developed a rocky relationship with the team last year, and the tension built up over the season because of weight issues, accessibility and an absence, according to multiple sources. Richardson was suspended two games for missing a walk-through. Richardson started the year at 225 pounds, but he ballooned up to 240 pounds later in the year, according to a source.Fantasy Impact: Richardson has been a huge bust to date and needs to start getting it together if he hopes to be a big-time player in this league.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports

Jan 27 10:43 am

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson's one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team voided the guarantee of a $3,184,062 salary in 2015.Fantasy Impact: This is a good way to dump Richardson for the coming season, which is likely to happen.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports

Jan 21 09:13 am

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson was suspended and deactivated for the AFC Championship Game Sunday, Jan. 18.Fantasy Impact: Not good. You have to think his time in Indy is over.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports

Jan 17 03:12 pm

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson (personal) did not make the trip to New England for the AFC Championship game.Fantasy Impact: Ouch. Richardson has plummeted down the depth chart for the Colts.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson has been ruled inactive for the Divisional Round playoff game against the Denver Broncos.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports

Jan 08 01:32 pm

Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson's role is unclear leading up to the divisional round game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Jan. 11, after he was demoted to third on the depth chart behind RBs Dan Herron and Zurlon Tipton in the team's wild-card playoff win. Richardson only played on one offensive snap last weekend. "We're going to evaluate the situation as we go through the week and we'll know more as we go through the week," head coach Chuck Pagano said.Source: USA TODAY Fantasy Sports